Zarine Khan, Mother of Sussanne and Zayed Khan, Passes Away at 81
Zarine Khan, wife of actor and filmmaker Sanjay Khan and mother of Sussanne and Zayed Khan, passed away at her Mumbai residence on Thursday at the age of 81 following a prolonged illness. She had been unwell for some time due to age-related complications.
The Khan family has requested privacy as they mourn her passing. Zarine is survived by her husband Sanjay Khan and their four children – Sussanne Khan, Simone Arora, Farah Ali Khan, and actor Zayed Khan.
Early Life and Career
Before marrying Sanjay Khan in 1966, Zarine had a short but memorable career in Hindi cinema. She appeared in classic films such as Tere Ghar Ke Saamne and Ek Phool Do Mali. The couple’s romance reportedly began with a chance meeting at a bus stop, leading to a lifelong partnership filled with love and companionship.
Legacy and Family Tributes
Her children have often spoken of the deep impact she had on their lives. Zayed Khan once shared his admiration for her maternal influence, saying:
“Nothing, I mean nothing, can truly be achieved without your mother’s blessings. Love and peace.”
Sussanne Khan also expressed her affection and gratitude in a post celebrating her mother’s birthday:
“All that I do and all that I create in my life has to do with the way you formed my heart, my mind and my grit. I am so honoured and grateful to be your little girl.”
Remembered for her grace, warmth, and quiet strength, Zarine Khan’s legacy endures through her family and the golden memories she leaves behind in the world of Bollywood.
Author’s Summary
Zarine Khan’s life was defined by love, artistry, and family devotion—a lasting testament to grace and strength that touched the lives of many in and beyond Bollywood.